Episodes

  • Oenone: Wonder Women of Greek Mythology

    Oenone: Wonder Women of Greek Mythology
    Nov 25 2023
    An exploration of Oenone, the wife of Paris and mother of Corythus. She plays a pivitol role in Paris's life and the final days of the Trojan War.
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    30 mins
  • Achilles: Mother and Commander, Part 2 of 2

    Achilles: Mother and Commander, Part 2 of 2
    Sep 12 2022
    An discussion of Dr. Casey Due Hackney's essay on mothering similes in the Iliad and how modern day warriors reflect the same emotions as the depicted in Homer's work. The heart-breaking 2010 documentary, Restrepo, about the Afghanistan war is also referenced.
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    15 mins
  • Achilles: Mother and Commander, Part 1 of 2

    Achilles: Mother and Commander, Part 1 of 2
    Sep 12 2022
    This episode explores the essay written by Dr. Casey Due Hackney where she discusses the "mother bird" simile in relation to Achilles and the book Achilles in Vietnam by Dr. Jonathan Shay. The relationship between Achilles and Patroclus (Patrokles) is also discussed.
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    22 mins
  • Thetis: Wonder Women of Greek Mythology

    Thetis: Wonder Women of Greek Mythology
    Aug 18 2021
    An exploration of Thetis, the daughter of Nereus, wife to King Peleus, and mother of Achilles. She played a pivotal role in Achilles' life and in the fallout of the Trojan War.
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    41 mins
  • Hecuba: Queen of Troy Bonus

    Hecuba: Queen of Troy Bonus
    Mar 10 2021
    An indepth look at Queen Hecuba's intimate relationships as as a queen, wife, and mother after she is forced to give up her second son, Paris. Pre and post Trojan War era.
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    24 mins
  • Achilles: Super Men of Greek Mythology, Part 2 of 2

    Achilles: Super Men of Greek Mythology, Part 2 of 2
    Nov 29 2020
    Part 2 of 2: Continuing the exploration of Achilles "history" with myth-facts about his childhood and training. And how his role in the Trojan War as a combat veteran and commander shaped his most intimate relationships.
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    29 mins
  • Achilles: Super Men of Greek Mythology, Part 1 of 2

    Achilles: Super Men of Greek Mythology, Part 1 of 2
    Nov 29 2020
    An exploration of Achilles "history" with myth-facts about his childhood and training. And how his role in the Trojan War as a combat veteran and commander shaped his most intimate relationships.
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    37 mins
  • Helen of Sparta and Troy: Wonder Women of Greek Mythology

    Helen of Sparta and Troy: Wonder Women of Greek Mythology
    Apr 13 2020
    An exploration of how Helen of Troy and Sparta became the symbolic spark of the Trojan War. As a favorite of Aphrodite, she endured the goddess’ blessings and curses. The Wonder Women of Greek Mythology series focuses on the female characters of the Trojan War era.
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    37 mins